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Bohemian Rhapsody Turns 50-Years-Old
In this post, I remember Queen’s tremendously creative and innovative operatic rock masterpiece – Bohemian Rhapsody – that defied musical industry limitations and became legendary fifty years ago. Do you remember the first time you heard Freddie Mercury sing those famous opening lyrics? “Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy? Caught in a…
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Words of Wisdom from Ralph Waldo Emerson
In this post, I share the importance of self-reliance and listening to your inner voice as shared with us by Ralph Waldo Emerson. Ralph Waldo Emerson, the great American essayist, lecturer, philosopher, critical thinker, abolitionist, and poet, is often referred to as the leader of the transcendentalist movement and the father of American Literature. He…
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Be SMART when you ask for help…and also when helping others
In this post, I share the importance of asking for help when you truly need it and providing assistance to others when you are able. There are teachers – helpers – everywhere, so utilize their expertise and advice. Then, pay it forward to help others. I was so happy when navigation systems became standard equipment…
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The wisdom of George Dawson – It’s never too late to learn something new or do something different
In this post, I share the lessons found in the book Life Is So Good, the story of Mr. George Dawson’s long life and his decision at age 98 to learn how to read. I was browsing the biographies and memoirs aisle at my local Barnes & Noble when I had the good fortune to…
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The Many Lessons from Tom Petty
In this post, I honor the memory of the great Tom Petty, who passed away on October 2, 2017. His music, though, and its lessons live on for us to learn from and enjoy. There is so much to learn from the late, great Tom Petty. He and his bands – The Heartbreakers and Mudcrutch…
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Respectful Communication: Mastering the Power of Words through what we say and what we hear
In this post, I advocate for respectful communication, at home, at work, and in everything we do. That requires true listening and mastery over our egos. Most people believe the key to effective communication is found in the talking. Yes, the words being communicated must be clear, but believing it is all about the speaker,…
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